Elementary/Middle School Teacher (2025-2026 SY)

Elementary and Middle School Teacher (SY 2025-2026 SY)

Reports to: School Principal

Hours: Full-time

Certification: Required

Background of the Organization

Ambition Preparatory Charter School is deeply committed to ensuring that every student in grades K-8 receives the high-quality education they deserve. Our mission is to provide students with the academic skills and self-discipline needed for college and life success through high-quality instruction, intensive academic supports, and hard work. We are a new college preparatory elementary and middle school serving the students of Jackson, MS. 

Responsibilities and Duties 

Instructional Planning and Preparation 

• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Prepare lessons that reflect best practices and accommodations for individual differences of students.
• Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishing clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with best practices and the needs of the students.
• Strive to implement the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Assess student learning through observations, authentic performance, and formal methods, providing frequent feedback.
• Utilize diagnostic assessment tools to identify the learning strengths and needs of every student regularly.
• Planned and supervised purposeful assignments for teacher aides, teaching fellows, and co-teachers, coaching and supporting their growth.

Student Growth and Development 

• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, assessments, activities, materials, and technology that reflect accommodations for the individual needs of the students assigned. 
• Work cooperatively with the Students Support Coordinator to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP). 
• Assist students in analyzing and improving study methods and habits. 
• Consistently monitor student achievement through formal and informal assessment and use results to plan for  instructional delivery. 
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. 

Classroom Management and Student Support 

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Develop reasonable rules for classroom behavior and maintain order in a fair and just manner.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to assure safety in the classroom and the school.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• See the assistance of Student Support Services as needed.
• Make provisions to be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside of the instructional day.
• Provide time in the evening for questions and concerns from students and/or parents that could not be handled during the school day.

Communication 

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, and school leaders.. 
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members. 
• Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly. 
• Present a positive role model for students, staff, parents, and community members by demonstrating behavior that is  professional, ethical, responsible, and aligned with